The Concept of Servant Leadership in Contemporary Business Practices: A Literature Review

Samuel Agyekum Benson, Williams Kwasi Peprah

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Abstract

This concept paper is in response to calls for more excellent Servant leadership research. It was fueled by the fact that much research on Leadership has concentrated on transformational leadership and team leadership amid growing interest in Servant Leadership. Although the Servant leadership notion has been critiqued for its lack of empirical evidence, it is feasible in this age of unethical commercial practices. In this case, a leadership philosophy that appeals to human morals may be the best option. The study is grounded on a literature review that aims to define Servant Leadership in the context of corporate management by defining its characteristics, antecedents, and results. In the perspective of Servant Leadership, it also aimed to distinguish between Leadership and management, authority and Power. The ramifications of Servant Leadership are examined, as well as practical instances. It will also inform people who want to be Servant leaders about what is required of them. Organizations that adopt the Servant leadership philosophy will experience fewer economic failures and financial crises.
Original languageAmerican English
Pages (from-to)254-268
JournalInternational Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management
Volume9
Issue number8
StatePublished - Aug 2021

Keywords

  • Servant Leadership
  • Stewardship
  • Contemporary Business Practices
  • Authority
  • Power

Disciplines

  • Business Administration, Management, and Operations

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